Monday, February 7, 2011

Amaze me August #23 ~~ LUXE BLVD new sponsor, and GIVEAWAY~~

**UPDATE**Stephanie has generously offered you a choice to go shopping at Luxe Blvd. Instead of being tied down to one item, she decided to give the LUCKY winner $20.00 credit to buy anything in her shop.

HURRY and enter to win, this giveaway ends 2/15.

Oh, how I adore blogging, have I ever mentioned that before? I do, I've been so lucky to make so many friends, none of which I would have EVER gotten to know had it not been for this wonderful community, we call blogworld.

Today I am so thrilled to introduce you guys to a chick (he he) I met a while back, when I entered a giveaway to win one of her beauties. I really loved her blog, and her ETSYshop. Let me tell you since chatting with Steph, I have learned more and more about her. I kinda know her music taste, because of the fun party she throws, THROWBACK THURSDAYS. I also learned that she has self published a book, and is working on her second. Totally awesome right? She's crafty, and smart, and I'm happy to call her my friend.

Check out this awesome rosette bouquet that started it all. READ ALL ABOUT IT HERE!!She is super generous, and is right there checking up on me all the time, leaving the sweetest comments. I have truly enjoyed getting to know her, and NOW you all can get to know her a bit more. She is our newest sponsor here at BELLA BEFORE AND AFTER, and I couldn't be happier.

Take it away Stephanie!!!**********************************************

I'm Stephanie. I'm creator/owner/operator of Luxe Boulevard. How cool, I'm being featured on Bella Before and After! How honoring she accepted my request to sponsor BB&A. With so many blogs out there, many have to pick and choose who they feel are the "right fit" for their blogs. I'm thrilled Bella feels Luxe Boulevard is.

In a nut shell, I'm married with three little bambinos to chase around: one boy and two girls.The hubster and I live in Colorado. Luxe came to me after so many friends encouraged me to sell the things I made. I'm always wanting to try new things, see what I can make. My husband once called it a "sickness." Back in August I made fabric flower bouquets and matching headbands for my friends' wedding. Long story short, she ended up having her wedding within two weeks. Seven bouquets and seven headbands in two weeks... GOLLY! But I did it, and everyone loved what I did so much, to which I was thrilled, and that very special bride sat me down and, for the umpteenth time, told me sincerely, "I really think you should start your own business." I thought on that for the next month, then decided to launch Luxe Boulevard. I'm an accessories junkie, so that is my target. LOTS and LOTS of accessories!

I hope you love what Luxe has to offer. It's my fun place--my little escape! Thanks for this opportunity, Bella. See you all over at the LB!

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This headband is just one of the things you can find in here shop.Wouldn't this be perfect with anything from jeans, to a night out?

TOTALLY cute RIGHT???

HOW Awesome that you can go and pick anything from her shop now. Have fun browsing, and PLEASE stop by her blog, and THANK HER for being so awesome!!!

I am really sorry but if you've left a comment and have not completed the mandatory requirements, you WILL not be eligible to win the $20.00 store credit. Please make sure when leaving comments on a giveaway post, it is giveaway related, and you have completed the mandatory entry!! Thanks guys!!

Please leave a comment for each thing you do, make sure I can contact you if you win. Winner is announced next Tuesday Feb 14, sweet Happy Valentines Day.

Also for everyone she is offering a 15% discount in her shop, just use the code, BELLALUV.

And just because I am super sweet, HERE is a link to another giveaway she is hosting this week, make sure you go check it out for DOUBLE your chances to win, one, or EVEN two awesome items from

I am waiting to reach 100 link ups, will this be the week? Will you be the one to make my day, by being lucky number 100?

To celebrate my 100th link up, WHEN IT HAPPENS, I will be offering up something I MADE for a giveaway. Can't wait to see what it is, hurry and lets reach 100 so I can show you baby!!

Oh and check out last weeks FEATURED link ups, to your LEFT. Check out that talent, and know, you could land yourself a spot on there for a whole week if I pick you. No bribing allowed, lol.

And at the risk of making you all hate me, let me remind you to PLEASE check out My post on OWH, and help my friend Moriah and I in making cards for our soldiers. Link will be up on Wed so you can share your cards.

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Conratulations! I have nominated you for the Stylish Blogger Award! Woo Hoo! If you’d like to accept the award, just visit this blog post to learn all about it. http://inthemomzone.blogspot.com/2011/02/me-stylish-why-thank-you.htmlHave a great day!~Patricia

Hi, you have a very cute blog. I wanted to apologize for a bunch of the same links...my computer said they weren't going through and now when I look theres 3 of them!! I tried to delete them but it won't let me. Anyway, I am your newest follower.

In my spare time I enjoy cooking, and baking. In fact my mother and I have been making cakes for over 30 years. I also love gardening, traveling, and all things crafty. I struggle daily to keep my like organized, along with my never ending battle to keep the house clean. I adore my three kids MOST of the time, and can usually be found doing the mom thing from morning till night. I try to catch a few mommy moments, but those are hard to find in this wonderful life of mine. I am blessed and happy, and am thrilled you stopped by today :)

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